5-Day Religious Heritage Tour from Ahmedabad, India

Day 1: Explore Ahmedabad Temples

Ahmedabad, India on June 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Agashiye

Enjoy a traditional Gujarati breakfast at this rooftop restaurant known for authentic flavors and stunning views of the old city.
INR1000, 1h0m

9:30am

Jama Masjid Ahmedabad

Visit this beautiful 15th-century mosque, a prominent example of Indo-Islamic architecture in the heart of Ahmedabad's old city.
INR0, 1h0m

11:00am

Swaminarayan Akshardham (Kalupur)

Explore this stunning temple complex featuring intricate carvings and spiritual exhibitions reflecting Swaminarayan faith.
INR0, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Vishalla

Taste authentic Gujarati thali in an outdoor village-like setting for a rustic cultural experience.
INR1500, 1h30m

3:00pm

Sidi Saiyyed Mosque

Marvel at the intricate lattice stonework, especially the famous 'Tree of Life' jali, a symbol of Ahmedabad's rich Islamic heritage.
INR0, 45m

4:00pm

Hathee Singh Jain Temple

Visit this elegant Jain temple known for its beautiful marble carvings and peaceful ambiance.
INR0, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Agashiye

Close your day with elegant Gujarati cuisine and a serene ambiance in this heritage building.
INR1200, 1h30m
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Day 2: Historic Temple Sites

Modhera & Patan, India on June 26, 2025

7:00am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a quick, early breakfast at your Ahmedabad hotel to start today's temple tour.
INR500, 30m

8:00am

Travel to Modhera Sun Temple

Drive approximately 2 hours to Modhera, home to the magnificent 11th-century Sun Temple dedicated to the solar deity Surya.
INR0, 2h

10:15am

Modhera Sun Temple Visit

Explore the expertly carved stone temple complex renowned for its architectural brilliance and open to visitors from sunrise to sunset (7am-7pm).
INR50, 1h30m

12:00pm

Drive to Patan

Short 45-minute drive to Patan, famous for Rani ki Vav and historic Jain temples.
INR0, 45m

12:45pm

Lunch at local Patan restaurant - Vinay Restaurant

Enjoy traditional Gujarati vegetarian cuisine locally favored for its homestyle taste.
INR800, 1h0m

2:00pm

Rani ki Vav

Visit this UNESCO World Heritage stepwell known for its ornate sculptures and religious symbolism tied to Hindu mythology.
INR200, 1h0m

3:15pm

Patan Jain Temples

Explore ancient Jain temples noted for their exquisite architecture and spiritual ambiance.
INR0, 1h0m

5:00pm

Return to Ahmedabad

Drive back to Ahmedabad, around 2 hours, to rest for the next day.
INR0, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Rajwadu

Dine at Rajwadu, famed for its ethnic Gujarati cuisine and immersive traditional setting.
INR1300, 1h30m
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Day 3: Palitana Jain Temples

Palitana, India on June 27, 2025

6:00am

Early Travel to Palitana

Travel early morning about 3 hours south to Palitana, a key pilgrimage site with over 800 Jain temples atop Shatrunjaya Hill.
INR0, 3h

9:30am

Breakfast at Palitana

Have a light breakfast at local cafes before starting your temple climb.
INR400, 30m

10:00am

Climb Shatrunjaya Hill Temples

Spend the day exploring the vast complex of white marble Jain temples, revered as one of the holiest pilgrimage sites, open all day from 6am to 6pm.
INR0, 5h0m

3:30pm

Lunch at Bhavana Restaurant

Enjoy vegetarian cuisine focusing on Jain and Gujarati specialties in Palitana town.
INR700, 1h0m

5:00pm

Return to Ahmedabad

Drive back approximately 3 hours to Ahmedabad to rest.
INR0, 3h

8:30pm

Dinner at your hotel or nearby

Opt for a light dinner at your hotel or a nearby restaurant as you recover from the day’s activity.
INR800, 1h0m
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Day 4: Gir Temples and Wildlife

Gir, India on June 28, 2025

6:00am

Early Drive to Gir

Depart early for the 4-hour drive to Gir, famous for its lions and temples around the sanctuary.
INR0, 4h

10:00am

Breakfast in Gir

Enjoy a simple breakfast at a local hotel or guesthouse before the temple and park visits.
INR400, 30m

10:30am

Visit Gir Temples

Explore nearby temples such as the Gir forest temples and Damodar temple, important religious sites for locals and pilgrims.
INR0, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at the Jungle Resort

Enjoy lunch at the resort with local flavors and relaxing views of the wilderness.
INR1200, 1h0m

2:00pm

Optional Safari or Relax

Optionally, book an afternoon safari in Gir National Park to see Asiatic lions or rest and enjoy rural surroundings.
INR2500, 3h0m

6:00pm

Overnight stay at Gir

Stay overnight in Gir to rest and prepare for the drive to Somnath next day.
INR3500, Overnight
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Day 5: Somnath Temple Visit

Somnath, India on June 29, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have breakfast at your Gir accommodation before the morning drive to Somnath.
INR400, 1h0m

8:00am

Drive to Somnath

Embark on a 2.5-hour drive to Somnath, famed for its grand seaside Shiva temple.
INR0, 2h30m

10:30am

Somnath Temple Visit

Visit the prominent Somnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva, open 5am to 10pm. Witness the temple architecture and participate in rituals.
INR0, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Somnath Temple Complex

Eat at local eateries around the temple offering simple Gujarati meals geared toward pilgrims.
INR600, 1h0m

2:00pm

Return to Ahmedabad

Start the 5-hour return drive to Ahmedabad to conclude your religious tour.
INR0, 5h0m

7:00pm

Dinner in Ahmedabad

Have dinner at the hotel or a local restaurant to celebrate the completion of your pilgrimage such as at The Project Café for a relaxed atmosphere.
INR1000, 1h0m
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